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Trmahnd725

Posted 26 February 2015 - 01:04 PM

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I'd like to switch out a good quality free version is you know of one. A lot of the bad stuff was from where i downloaded programs and chose the "recommended" installation method. I've since learned not to do it that way and why but the damage was already done

Posted 26 February 2015 - 06:06 PM

However...
Whilst Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is extremely lightweight and simple to use, the programme has been critisied for its detection ratio.
avast! bundles unnecessary software and add-ons.

Out of the two, I would go with avast!, but ensure you carefully read each page during the installation. I recommend unchecking the installation of add-ons such as "Grime Fighter" and "Software Updater".

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Before installing your Anti-Virus of choice, please ensure you use Revo to uninstall Norton Internet Security.
Best practice is to also download and save the Anti-Virus setup file to your Desktop before uninstalling your current Anti-Virus. Once uninstalled, use the setup file to install your new Anti-Virus.

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At the end of this process I will provide recommended reading material and supplementary programmes that will help reduce the risk of reinfection. An Anti-Virus alone is not enough to protect you from today's threat; knowledge and a layered security solution are necessary nowadays.

Let me know when you've sorted the Anti-Virus, and we will move onto the final stages - updating vulnerable software and removing the tools we've used.

LiquidTension

Posted 28 February 2015 - 06:13 PM

Trmahnd725

Posted 28 February 2015 - 06:15 PM

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One more question while I'm updating these software items. I tried to update adobe flash player and it said that Google Chrome already has adobe flash player and keeps it up to date. Do i install the plug in anyway?